New drag racing restaurant needs decorations
Hi my name is Rick Agius I'm opening a Drag racing themed restaurant in Charleston S.C. I'm interested in funny car nostalgia. If you or anyone can help me fill my restaurant with some cool Funny Car or old school drag racing items I would GREATLY appreciate it. My email address is rickagius@yahoo.com or you can call me at 843-830-4689. Thank you for what ever you can do... love your web site!
Monday, December 22, 2008
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1952 Santa Ana Ho...t Rod, Drag Racing & Muscle Car Club Movie 19-Jul-08. Rated 2.86 | 616 Views | 0 Comments. Road Runners is a 1952 film which promotes organized drag-racing as a way for troubled youths to blow off steam and use as a ...
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Saturday, December 20, 2008
Jerry Baltes’ NHRA Record Setting Dragster Highlights PRI Show Booth in Orlando
Jerry Baltes’ historic 1960’s vintage Top Fuel Dragster recently served as the centerpiece of the East Coast Drag Racing Hall Of Fame booth at the PRI Show, December 11-12-13, in Orlando, Florida. Baltes and his wife Pat brought the car from their home in North Carolina and displayed it during the entire 2008 edition of the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Orlando.
| Brownsburg to welcome 40 jobs with new race team Indianapolis Star - United States Officials on Friday gave details about the newly formed drag-racing company Alan Johnson Al-Anabi Motorsports, which is locating in the Hendricks County ... See all stories on this topic |
| Drag racing death prompts NHRA to shorten length of strip Hamilton Spectator - Hamilton,ON,Canada Sounds pretty silly, but those who enjoy watching the top classes in NHRA drag racing are subjected to a similar reduction in their sport, ... See all stories on this topic |
| Mustang, Drag Racing, Book Review, Kevin McKenna Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords Magazine - USA This 144-page book features everything you need to know about drag racing and has great information for the beginner up to the touring pro. ... See all stories on this topic |
| Smith will ride for DSR; Treble, Ellis are released NHRA.com - Glendora,CA,USA Smith competed on Suzuki motorcycles earlier in his career, having won championships on the AMA/Prostar Drag Racing circuit. He rode a Suzuki in select NHRA ... See all stories on this topic |
Friday, December 19, 2008
NHRA.com - Glendora,CA,USA Dixon 's first drag racing job also was with that team. The driver and crew chief of the Alan Johnson Al-Anabi Top Fuel dragster have been friends for more ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Season's last race at the Q is tomorrow night San Diego Union Tribune - San Diego,CA,USA ... among more than 150 drivers and riders gathering in the west parking lot at Qualcomm Stadium for the final RaceLegal.com drag racing meet of the year. ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| 'Pinks' show changing the face of drag racing Radioactive Drag Racing News - Houston,TX,USA So when Christensen started working on a new SPEED TV show called Pinks, he had no idea how much grassroots drag racing would change his life or, ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Super Stock Downing & Ryan Drag Racing Mustangs and Fords Magazine - USA When we think back to NHRA's torrid Division 1 Super Stock drag racing in the late '60s, Tasca Ford in Providence certainly dominates. ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Motor Mile Chooses to Fuel with VP WhoWon.com - Lincoln,NE,USA In 2008, VP products fueled the IHRA, NHRA and FIA European Pro Stock Drag Racing Champions, NASCAR Modified Tour Champion Ted Christopher on asphalt and ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Veteran Crew Chief Picks Brownsburg for New NHRA Top Fuel Team WhoWon.com (press release) - Lincoln,NE,USA The team will field a Top Fuel Dragster and a Funny Car, both of which will debut when the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series begins in February, ... See all stories on this topic | ||
PaddockTalk - USA Drag racing's current and five-time-consecutive Top Fuel titleholder Tony Schumacher, who recently was named Driver of the Year, also received the Economaki ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Mustang, Ford Racing, Cobra Jet | Mustang News Blog & Discussions ... Livonia, MI (December 18, 2008)—Ford drag racing fans can take note of this special day as Ford will deliver the first of 50 special drag-race only FR500CJ (Cobra Jet) Mustangs. ... Muscle Mustang and Fast Fords Blog - http://blogs.musclemustangfastfords.com/ | ||
| TEAM RSD - RACING FOR AWARENESS AND RESEARCH: TIP OF THE DAY By TEAM RSD With the support of my wife, family, friends and generous sponsors, Team RSD will be competing in NHRA, NMRA, and local drag racing events in 2009. RSD awareness will be heightened by highly visible graphics on both the Dragsters and ... TEAM RSD - RACING FOR AWARENESS... - http://teamrsd.blogspot.com/ | ||
| Kalitta Memorial: NHRA Top Fueler Hillary Will to vie for the ... By Kalitta Memorial Scott, the son of Kalitta Motorsports team owner and drag racing legend Connie Kalitta, was a two-time NHRA Top Fuel World Champion (1994-1995) and the winner of 18 NHRA national events (17 Top Fuel, 1 Funny Car). ... Kalitta Memorial - http://kalitta.blogspot.com/ | ||
| Quad Brakes Fail - Video Drag Racing High...Speed Crash 02-Aug-08. Rated 3.16 | 3357 Views | 0 Comments. This is pretty cool. Its the first person perspective of a high speed drag racing crash. The car flips and the sparks fly as the car skids down the. ... Metacafe - New Videos - http://www.metacafe.com/rss |
Thursday, December 18, 2008
| Fifth Gear Inland Valley Daily Bulletin - Ontario,CA,USA Drag racing was not quite over the death of Funny Car driver Eric Medlen in 2007, to say nothing of John Force's near-fatal accident later that year, ... See all stories on this topic |
| RECREATION: Snowmobile Drag Racing (12/20) Rochester City Newspaper - Rochester,NY,USA By Dale Evans on December 17, 2008 Woody's Snowmobile Hill Drag Racing takes place at Brantling Ski Slopes on Saturday, December 20. ... See all stories on this topic |
| World champion alcohol funny car racer to meet friends, fans Dec ... Press News - Minerva,OH,USA At just 16 years old, Mark began the quest for his dream while drag racing at the Magnolia Drag Strip and Quaker City Drag Strip in Salem. ... See all stories on this topic |
| Firebird Feb.08 - 1320X - Grassroots Drag Racing - Fast Cars ... my dads super gas car. has a 598 Dart motor, love ya dad. your little whomp girl. Latest Activity on 1320X - Grassroots... - http://www.1320x.com/ |
| Best of 2008-Best Drag Racing Photos | Mark J Rebilas Blog A detailed view in the life of a freelance photographer. Mark J Rebilas Blog - http://markjrebilas.com/blog/ |
| 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 HHP/BES 426 1/4 mile Drag Racing ... Fast 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 HHP/BES 426 1/4 mile drag racing videos and timeslips. DragTimes.com - Recent 1/4 Mile... - http://www.dragtimes.com/ |
| Motorsports Journal: No rest for the champ, but he wouldn't want ... Noted as a tireless worker who often arrives first and leaves last, Coughlin puts as much into the family business as he does racing and representing NHRA drag racing in champion form, no matter what the activity might be. ... Motorsports Journal - http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/ |
| Neighbors rally against drag race proposal in Washington Twp ... Drag racing is all Ronald Wallace has known since he was old enough to drive. So when he got the idea to build a drag race facility in Washington Township, Wallace, 69, spent $410000 to buy the former Circle W. Airport on the Baltimore ... Local News - http://yorkdispatch.inyork.com/yd/local/ |
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Nitro Thunder
The season started with Brett Harris on sabbatical and Jack Harris in the seat of the Top Fuel car at the inaugural NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series event, the March Meet, at Famoso Raceway. After qualifying #3 with a 5.79 Harris entered eliminations as "one of the favorites", not the favorite. All that changed when, in round two, "Big Red" stopped the clocks with an astonishing 5.56 at 263 mph. The run took the wind out of the collective Top Fuel sails and left everyone in attendance awe struck. Prior to this the quickest time ever was a 5.63. Obviously the 5.568 was the first leg of a new national record. In the next round Harris put all the doubters to rest with a 5.578 at just 249.51 that backed up the 5.568 for a new AAFD E.T. World Record. Icing on the cake - Harris beat Thompson in the final for his 3rd March Meet crown. It also installed Harris as the second member of the exclusive PR Motorsports 5.60 Club.
Nitro Thunder's next outing was the 37th Boise Ignitor at Firebird Raceway and Jack went there to reclaim his track record. He did, blitzing the track record with a booming 5.69 elapsed time. Harris then went on to win the event - his second in a row. Back in Kaysville it was decided to park the Top Fuel car and concentrate on the new Funny Car which they did the better part of the summer.
In August, Brett Harris came out of his 1 year retirement to once again drive the Top Fuel dragster. His debut was Nitro Nationals at Rocky Mountain Raceway in Utah where he set both ends of the track record and won the event. Next was the 37th Boise Nightfire Nationals where he went to the semi-finals losing the first side by side 260 MPH race in NTF history. Jack Harris went to the second round in the Nitro Thunder Funny Car.
Brett Harris wrapped up the season on a high note running low ET and Top Speed - 5.69 at 261 on his way to a runner-up finish at the 17th Annual California Hot Rod Reunion. Favored to win the final, the engine broke on the burnout leaving Rick White a single for the win. His 5.69 made Brett the third member of the PR Motorsports 5.60 Club.
Jack Harris Racing would like to sincerely thank all their loyal fans and committed sponsors for making the 2008 season one for the record books. In 2009 you can all look forward to a full commitment chase for the NHRA Heritage Series Top Fuel Championship by Brett Harris and improved performance and more appearances by Jack Harris in the Nitro Funny Car.
On behalf of the entire team we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. Hope to see you all at the 2009 March Meet.
Jack Harris Racing - Home of Nitro Thunder
The season started with Brett Harris on sabbatical and Jack Harris in the seat of the Top Fuel car at the inaugural NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series event, the March Meet, at Famoso Raceway. After qualifying #3 with a 5.79 Harris entered eliminations as "one of the favorites", not the favorite. All that changed when, in round two, "Big Red" stopped the clocks with an astonishing 5.56 at 263 mph. The run took the wind out of the collective Top Fuel sails and left everyone in attendance awe struck. Prior to this the quickest time ever was a 5.63. Obviously the 5.568 was the first leg of a new national record. In the next round Harris put all the doubters to rest with a 5.578 at just 249.51 that backed up the 5.568 for a new AAFD E.T. World Record. Icing on the cake - Harris beat Thompson in the final for his 3rd March Meet crown. It also installed Harris as the second member of the exclusive PR Motorsports 5.60 Club.
Nitro Thunder's next outing was the 37th Boise Ignitor at Firebird Raceway and Jack went there to reclaim his track record. He did, blitzing the track record with a booming 5.69 elapsed time. Harris then went on to win the event - his second in a row. Back in Kaysville it was decided to park the Top Fuel car and concentrate on the new Funny Car which they did the better part of the summer.
In August, Brett Harris came out of his 1 year retirement to once again drive the Top Fuel dragster. His debut was Nitro Nationals at Rocky Mountain Raceway in Utah where he set both ends of the track record and won the event. Next was the 37th Boise Nightfire Nationals where he went to the semi-finals losing the first side by side 260 MPH race in NTF history. Jack Harris went to the second round in the Nitro Thunder Funny Car.
Brett Harris wrapped up the season on a high note running low ET and Top Speed - 5.69 at 261 on his way to a runner-up finish at the 17th Annual California Hot Rod Reunion. Favored to win the final, the engine broke on the burnout leaving Rick White a single for the win. His 5.69 made Brett the third member of the PR Motorsports 5.60 Club.
Jack Harris Racing would like to sincerely thank all their loyal fans and committed sponsors for making the 2008 season one for the record books. In 2009 you can all look forward to a full commitment chase for the NHRA Heritage Series Top Fuel Championship by Brett Harris and improved performance and more appearances by Jack Harris in the Nitro Funny Car.
On behalf of the entire team we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. Hope to see you all at the 2009 March Meet.
Jack Harris Racing - Home of Nitro Thunder
Please visit us at: Jack Harris Racing - Nitro
| Drive to revive drag racing Nation News - Bridgetown,St. Michael,Barbados DRAG RACING could return to Barbados in big way next year if a number of former top drag racers have their way. Former champion racer Cedric "Buggs" ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Velocity Racing 2008 Team Report MotorcycleUSA.com - Medford,OR,USA Despite increased competition, Barry Henson's Velocity Racing/American Suzuki team is still the most dominant force in streetbike drag racing. ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Toyo unveils the Proxes TQ, its first DOT-approved drag racing radial Search-Autoparts.com - North Olmsted,OH,USA Come ye and gather 'round the (drag strip) Christmas tree: The new Proxes TQ is Toyo's first DOT-approved drag racing radial tire to go into production. ... See all stories on this topic Washington supervisors against drag strip York Daily Record - York,PA,USA Washington Township supervisors said Monday they would like to see the township zoning board deny a property owner's request to build a drag-racing facility ... See all stories on this topic | ||
Autochannel (press release) - USA Donning his promotional hat, Coughlin then jetted back to Charlotte to help POWERade and the NHRA introduce drag racing to the millions of fans in the heart ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Brett Stevens retires Where I Live - News Limited Community Newspapers - Metro,Australia NARANGBA-BASED Brett Stevens, one of the biggest names in Australian drag racing, has retired from the sport. Stevens, who has won national championships ... See all stories on this topic |
| Video: Sand drag racing in Australia - Motorcycle News Find all your biking news from Motor Cycle News. You can find videos, event news, product news and reviews all from MCN. | News - http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/Other/RSS/RSSData/?N=190&Rpp=100 Motorsports Journal: DON PRUDHOMME RACING ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF DIXON Further details regarding plans for Don Prudhomme Racing and the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company Top Fuel dragster team for the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series will be announced soon. SNAKE RACING. Posted to Auto Racing - Drag ... Motorsports Journal - http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/ |
| Ultimate Gambler Big Money Victory for Peter Biondo at Las Vegas ... K&N is heavily involved in nearly every form of motorsports from off-road and powersports to drag racing, stock cars and road racing. For more information about K&N Filters, please contact K&N Engineering, Inc., P.O. Box 1329, ... K&N Racing News - http://www.knfilters.com/news/knews.aspx |
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Playa Cofi Jukebox
The top 100 songs from the golden years of popular music - plus more of our musical heritage.
The top 100 songs from the golden years of popular music - plus more of our musical heritage.
The Real Acme
Once upon a time in the postwar, before the advent of EPA and OSHA and the Consumer Products Safety Commission and weenies in bike helmets and multilingual warning stickers on stepladders, crazy people walked this earth. Good, fun-loving Americans who knew that 'instructions' were something you threw in the trash along with the empty Falstaff bottles. A halcyon era filled with manly men who savored the wholesome virtues of a rugged game of un-seatbelted automotive chicken.
Once upon a time in the postwar, before the advent of EPA and OSHA and the Consumer Products Safety Commission and weenies in bike helmets and multilingual warning stickers on stepladders, crazy people walked this earth. Good, fun-loving Americans who knew that 'instructions' were something you threw in the trash along with the empty Falstaff bottles. A halcyon era filled with manly men who savored the wholesome virtues of a rugged game of un-seatbelted automotive chicken.
Marco DeCesaris '62 Motor Trend Ramcharger Dodge
Our local boy Marco shows off his amazing 1962 Ramcharger Dodge.
Garcia, Tiu smash drag racing marks
Inquirer.net - Philippines
... Drag Racing Championships-Northern Series recently at the Clark International Speedway Drag Strip in the Clark Special Economic zone, north of Manila. ...
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Dallenbach, Sr. and Hylton to Play a Major Part in Trenton ...
WhoWon.com - Lincoln,NE,USA
Drag racing will be well represented by Top Fuel racer Antron Brown, Pro Stock racer Kenny Koretsky, motorcycle drag racers Angie McBride and Matt Smith. ...
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Inquirer.net - Philippines
... Drag Racing Championships-Northern Series recently at the Clark International Speedway Drag Strip in the Clark Special Economic zone, north of Manila. ...
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Dallenbach, Sr. and Hylton to Play a Major Part in Trenton ...
WhoWon.com - Lincoln,NE,USA
Drag racing will be well represented by Top Fuel racer Antron Brown, Pro Stock racer Kenny Koretsky, motorcycle drag racers Angie McBride and Matt Smith. ...
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| 1970 Chevrolet Nova 1/4 mile Drag Racing timeslip specs 0-60 ... Fast 1970 Chevrolet Nova 1/4 mile drag racing videos and timeslips. DragTimes.com - Recent 1/4 Mile... - http://www.dragtimes.com/ Videogame Review: Need for Speed ProStreet | The Truth About Cars Track-based drag racing, for example, is new to the NFS franchise. It was an idea that must've sounded cool to a bunch of geeky car/gamer guys sitting around on bean bags, but wasn't. Each NFS drag race starts with a burnout. ... The Truth About Cars » Car Reviews - http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/ |
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Monday, December 15, 2008
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Norm Longfield – Quickest & Fastest FED in Australia
Aussie front engine dragster history was made at 10.57 am on October 19th, 2008 at WSID when long-time racer Norm Longfield shook up the slingshot brigade by running the quickest et and highest speed for the breed ever seen on an Australian drag strip.
Aussie front engine dragster history was made at 10.57 am on October 19th, 2008 at WSID when long-time racer Norm Longfield shook up the slingshot brigade by running the quickest et and highest speed for the breed ever seen on an Australian drag strip.
A Close Call with Broadway Freddy
Draglist field editor David Hapgood tells a long lost story from his teenage years about a near-miss with the infamous "Broadway Freddy" DeName.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Pure Hell at Rest
Jeff Coultas shares a great shot he took of the Pure Hell AA/Fuel Altered in the pits at Indy back in the late '60s.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Lions... A cackle in Long Beach... The Last Drag race
http://www।stangtv.com/forum/lost-drag-strips-part-3-lions-4601.html
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Massey In, Dixon Out at Snake Racing
Don Prudhomme Racing announced today that Spencer Massey has been selected as driver of the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company Top Fuel dragster for the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.
Don Prudhomme Racing announced today that Spencer Massey has been selected as driver of the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company Top Fuel dragster for the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Joe's Jacono's 75th B-Day Bash
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2009 Nostalgia Little Guy Nationals
I'm Marc Wesler, I'm lucky enough to be the Drag Strip Manager at Virginia Motorsports Park. I wanted to take a minute and tell you about the 2009 Nostalgia Little Guys Nationals. The event will be taking place May 15-17 at Virginia Motorsports Park and is being hosted by the Best of Times Drag Racing Association along with the Suffolk Raceway Reunion. We are really excited about putting together what should be a fantastic show. We would like to take this opportunity to let you know about our show. It should be 3 great days of Nostalgia Drag Racing.
I'm Marc Wesler, I'm lucky enough to be the Drag Strip Manager at Virginia Motorsports Park. I wanted to take a minute and tell you about the 2009 Nostalgia Little Guys Nationals. The event will be taking place May 15-17 at Virginia Motorsports Park and is being hosted by the Best of Times Drag Racing Association along with the Suffolk Raceway Reunion. We are really excited about putting together what should be a fantastic show. We would like to take this opportunity to let you know about our show. It should be 3 great days of Nostalgia Drag Racing.
If you have any questions feel free to contact me.
Some of the Event Highlights will include- Southern Style Welcome Party on Friday Night
- Saturday Evening Legends Bull Slinging Session
- 2 days of Nostalgia Drag Racing and Car Show
- 2 Nostalgia Bracket Classes
- Nostalgia Super Stock
- Funny Car Match Races
- Front Engine Dragster Match Races
- Cackle Fest
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Hey Dragsters!!! Here's a few real boss shots of the Dragmaster "Two Thing." Built in 1959 by Dragmaster's Dode Martin and Jim Nelson, the "Two Thing" was powered by two 354 cid Chevrolet motors, which sat side-by-side. It set a top speed at the 1960 NHRA Nationals of a little over 171 mph!!! Impressive. Thank you John Lindstrom for the bottom photos.--
Posted By Jeff DeGrandis to Dragmaster
Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Build a dragster...The DRAGMASTER way!
Hey Gang!!!! Wanna build a dragster? Well here ya go!!!! It's a do-it-yourself Dragmaster Mark IV dragster kit! Fresh from your Dragmasters, Dode Martin and Jim Nelson. Don't forget to bring a lot of Testors Model Cement. Have fun!!!! HA! HA! HA! HA! HA! Posted By Jeff DeGrandis to Dragmaster
Mickey Thompson in my opinion was one of the hardest working people in drag racing. A champion in the truest sense of the word. 
Mickey Thompson's Dragmaster with Mark IV chassis in 1961. Thompson loved his Pontiacs.
More Mickey Thompson Dragmaster shots. These were also 1961. Photos by Pete Garramone.
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Part Three of the video trilogy "Lions, The Greatest Drag Strip" opens with the appearance of flip-top Funny Cars, and closes with 1972's Last Drag Race. Highlights include movie film of the transmission explosion that severed Don Garlits's foot (and inspired the back-motored revolution). For a detailed description, please visit <http://hotrodnostalgia.com/Store/Video/miscracevid01.html#7702>.
York and Indy doorslammer action is featured in another new DVD, "York U.S. 30 Back In The Day, 1960s". Rare film from the infamous 1965 Super Stock Nationals and recent "hero" interviews are among many surprises. Read all about it at <http://hotrodnostalgia.com/Store/Video/beeonvid01.html>.
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The glory days of Lions Drag Strip, York U.S. 30 Dragway and Indianapolis Raceway Park are relived on new DVDs�available 24/7 from Hot Rod Nostalgia�s secure Web store at http://www.hotrodnostalgia.com.
The editorial portion of the online �magalog� takes readers on a photographic tour of unusual and spectacular 2008 SEMA Show exhibits, accompanied by Dave Wallace�s uncensored history of aftermarket trade shows (since 1965).
Monday, December 08, 2008
NHRA Division 4 Hall of Fame
12-08-08 Ennis, TX - The south Central region of the US has a long and illustrious history of drag racers, and drag racing machinery prior to 1980. That history is reflected in the NHRA Division Four Hall of Fame, which until recently was housed in the pits at the Texas Motorplex.
The space demands of the modern National Event has taken that space, but Billy Meyer has embarked on a project to allow even more race fans to experience that history. To rejuvenate the Hall, the Motorplex is reaching out to living Hall of Fame members, and the families of those who have laid the groundwork for this sport.
If you are an NHRA Division 4 Hall of Fame member, or family member, please send your current contact information to:
Glenn Menard at:
menard@texasmotorplex.com, or P.O. 1439, Ennis, TX 75120; or by fax 972-878-1848.
Glenn Menard
PresidentTexas Motorplex
Phone: 972-878-2641 Fax: 972-878-1848
12-08-08 Ennis, TX - The south Central region of the US has a long and illustrious history of drag racers, and drag racing machinery prior to 1980. That history is reflected in the NHRA Division Four Hall of Fame, which until recently was housed in the pits at the Texas Motorplex.
The space demands of the modern National Event has taken that space, but Billy Meyer has embarked on a project to allow even more race fans to experience that history. To rejuvenate the Hall, the Motorplex is reaching out to living Hall of Fame members, and the families of those who have laid the groundwork for this sport.
If you are an NHRA Division 4 Hall of Fame member, or family member, please send your current contact information to:
Glenn Menard at:
menard@texasmotorplex.com, or P.O. 1439, Ennis, TX 75120; or by fax 972-878-1848.
Glenn Menard
PresidentTexas Motorplex
Phone: 972-878-2641 Fax: 972-878-1848
Drag Fink
Ed Roth protege Jeff Degrandis has set up a neat new site dedicated to his hot rod artwork.
Pure Hell vs Nanook Match Race Series set for 2009
The Goodguys Vintage Drag Racing Association is proud to announce a historical AA/Fuel Altered match race series for the 2009 racing season. Rich Guasco’s "Pure Hell" bantam roadster will come out of retirement to race Dave Hough's “Nanook” ’23 Ford roadster at all three Midwestern Goodguys vintage drag racing events.
Taming the Rat Trap
The tale of George "The Stone Age Man" Hutcheson's first ride in Don Green's famous Rat Trap AA/Fuel Altered.
SWJFA: 2008 Top Ten
Keith Brazeal backed up his 2007 Southwest Junior Fuel Association championship with another in 2008. The Houston based racer's consistent performances were enough to beat newcomers the Hawkins Bros., who finished second.
KOTH: 2008 Top Ten
Grant McCrary showed in 2008 that he was indeed King of the Hill, winning the very tough Outlaw 10.5 in the KOTH gang. Grant not only set the new KOTH record at 4.32, he ran the quickest 10.5 pass at the time with a 4.29 in testing.
OFAA: 2008 Top Ten
Bobby Marriott won another Outlaw Fuel Altered Association championship in 2008. The popular veteran squeaked by Donnie Massey and Nick Poloson at the end of the season.
TOPMA: 2008 Top Ten
Ken Thomas ended 2007 on a roll and continued into 2008 with a dominating season in the Texas Outlaw Pro Mod Association. Thomas easily won the 2008 TOPMA title, almost doubling the points earned by second place finisher Gaylen Smith.
Saturday, December 06, 2008
Jet Car Archive
Our own Jet Car editor Curt Eierdam has a terrific blog dedicated to the weenie roasters!
Friday, December 05, 2008
1,320-Feet to Remain the IHRA Standard
The International Hot Rod Association will keep its current 1/4 mile format for all 2009 Nitro Jam national event races.
The International Hot Rod Association will keep its current 1/4 mile format for all 2009 Nitro Jam national event races.
IHRA Poised for Growth; National Sports Marketing Publication Recognizes International Hot Rod Association’s Potential
Norwalk, Ohio (Dec. 5, 2008) – Street & Smith’s SportsBusiness Journal has released the results of its annual SBJ/SBD Reader Survey, and the results of one question in particular tell the story of IHRA’s future prospects.
In the category “Motorsports property best positioned for growth,” the International Hot Rod Association finished a strong fourth in the balloting. This question took into consideration all motor sports sanctioning bodies in all forms of racing across the globe. IHRA finished ahead of NASCAR, World of Outlaws, SCCA, Grand Am Series and Formula 1 to name a few.
“SportsBusiness Journal is the Bible when it comes to sports marketing, sponsorship, research and media,” IHRA director of communications Michael Perry said. “Their poll reinforces what we at the IHRA World Headquarters have known for some time…that we are in a very unique, very beneficial position to really build something special. While it’s nice to be recognized for our potential, we’re looking forward to being recognized for our results as well. That day is coming very soon.”
According to the publication’s mission statement, “Street & Smith’s SportsBusiness Journal is a weekly publication that provides the critical news and information sports industry leaders need to compete, negotiate and succeed. Every issue features coverage of the deals, trades, contracts and boardroom power plays that shape the rapidly-changing sports industry.”
“The business is changing and we are in a great position,” IHRA president Aaron Polburn said. “We have many flexible sponsorship opportunities available for corporations to take advantage of, and I expect IHRA to have non-traditional companies get involved as well as traditional racing-related manufacturers. We have a number of unannounced deals already in place and are looking to build on what we feel is a very strong roster of sponsors and marketing partners. This is a very exciting time to be involved with IHRA Drag Racing.”
Norwalk, Ohio (Dec. 5, 2008) – Street & Smith’s SportsBusiness Journal has released the results of its annual SBJ/SBD Reader Survey, and the results of one question in particular tell the story of IHRA’s future prospects.
In the category “Motorsports property best positioned for growth,” the International Hot Rod Association finished a strong fourth in the balloting. This question took into consideration all motor sports sanctioning bodies in all forms of racing across the globe. IHRA finished ahead of NASCAR, World of Outlaws, SCCA, Grand Am Series and Formula 1 to name a few.
“SportsBusiness Journal is the Bible when it comes to sports marketing, sponsorship, research and media,” IHRA director of communications Michael Perry said. “Their poll reinforces what we at the IHRA World Headquarters have known for some time…that we are in a very unique, very beneficial position to really build something special. While it’s nice to be recognized for our potential, we’re looking forward to being recognized for our results as well. That day is coming very soon.”
According to the publication’s mission statement, “Street & Smith’s SportsBusiness Journal is a weekly publication that provides the critical news and information sports industry leaders need to compete, negotiate and succeed. Every issue features coverage of the deals, trades, contracts and boardroom power plays that shape the rapidly-changing sports industry.”
“The business is changing and we are in a great position,” IHRA president Aaron Polburn said. “We have many flexible sponsorship opportunities available for corporations to take advantage of, and I expect IHRA to have non-traditional companies get involved as well as traditional racing-related manufacturers. We have a number of unannounced deals already in place and are looking to build on what we feel is a very strong roster of sponsors and marketing partners. This is a very exciting time to be involved with IHRA Drag Racing.”
Free Car and Driver, plus three Crew Passes, for all Pro Mod and Pro Stock Competitors in 2009
Norwalk, Ohio (December 5, 2008) – Drivers in both the Pro Modified and Pro Stock classes will have added incentive to compete at all 2009 IHRA Nitro Jam national events. Participants in both classes will receive complimentary car and driver entries as well as three free crew entries for the entire 2009 slate.
“Pro Stock and Pro Modified are among the most popular classes at all IHRA Nitro Jam national events and this was a way to reward these teams for building these classes into something special,” IHRA senior director of competition racing operations Mike Baker said. “They have elevated these classes through their hard work and dedication, so we are paying them back with complimentary car and driver entries as well as three crew passes. Also, in the current economic climate this is a time they probably need it most.”
2009 IHRA Nitro Jam season will kick off at State Capitol Raceway in Baton Rouge, Louisiana March 6-8.
Norwalk, Ohio (December 5, 2008) – Drivers in both the Pro Modified and Pro Stock classes will have added incentive to compete at all 2009 IHRA Nitro Jam national events. Participants in both classes will receive complimentary car and driver entries as well as three free crew entries for the entire 2009 slate.
“Pro Stock and Pro Modified are among the most popular classes at all IHRA Nitro Jam national events and this was a way to reward these teams for building these classes into something special,” IHRA senior director of competition racing operations Mike Baker said. “They have elevated these classes through their hard work and dedication, so we are paying them back with complimentary car and driver entries as well as three crew passes. Also, in the current economic climate this is a time they probably need it most.”
2009 IHRA Nitro Jam season will kick off at State Capitol Raceway in Baton Rouge, Louisiana March 6-8.
SportsmanOnly.com
This site is dedicated to all sportsman racers, from boat racing, drag racing, tractor pulling and off-road racing just to name a few.
This site is dedicated to all sportsman racers, from boat racing, drag racing, tractor pulling and off-road racing just to name a few.
Electric Drag Racing in Oregon
Check out this 10 minute video of drag racing on electric power in the great Northwest.
Check out this 10 minute video of drag racing on electric power in the great Northwest.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
70s Funny Cars from Dragway 42
First collection of what is hoped to be several - From collection dating from 1973 - 74 to current taken at Dragway 42, Norwalk (Summit), and National Trail, Ohio.
Kyle CAP Christmas program
Hey guys and gals. The following is a copy of my 2008 Kyle Community Action Program Christmas Newsletter. If you can help by sending a few gifts for the program directly to the reservation, that would be wonderful. Kyle is located on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, in South Dakota. Pine Ridge is the #1 most impoverished area in America. Appalachia is #2.
I realize we are all having a tough time with the economy. If you are able, thanks for your help. Jackee
Kyle CAP CHRISTMAS 2008
A warm holiday 'hello!' to those who care! I hope this letter finds you all well and ready to celebrate giving to others. This year's party for the Kyle Community Action Programe (Kyle CAP) will take place during the week of December 17th. Therefore, the gifts should arrive no later than December 12th ensuring that there is enough time for the gifts to be sorted by age and gender, and wrapped by the members of the community. (Note that CAP is an acronym for Community Action Program) Please plan for a week's shipping time to arrive at the reservation
There are hundreds of children looking forward to our gifts every year. The age group includes newborn to 18 years. Previous years, the gifts were a good mix for all ages and when one group was lacking, monetary donations were used to ensure that everyone received a gift.
ALL gifts are to be NEW and in the original, unopened packaging. Please do not wrap the gifts as they will be sorted by gender and age by the community. Gifts that are received wrapped will be unwrapped. However, please send along a sufficient amount of wrapping paper, ties, tags, bows, scotch tape, etc. If you prefer to make a donation by way of a check, please send it directly to Kyle Community Action Program. Gift cards for Wal Mart are a great gift as well. Small denominations are best.
These kids hardly ever get anything new. So PLEASE purchase gifts you would give a member of your own family. Native American kids are no different then your kids. They are bombarded with ads for all kinds of things on TV. Some suggestions are; stuffed animals, toys, games, winter clothing, coloring books & crayons, cosmetics, toiletries, jewelry, CDs, tapes, inexpensive tape players, CD players, watches, candles, basketballs, etc. Since the older kids are the hardest to buy for, gift certificates in small denominations from WalMart are a good idea. If you are sending a monetary gift (Money Orders preferred) make it payable to Kyle C.A.P. Send your new and unwrapped gifts to the following address:
Kyle CAP Christmas Party
c/o Charlotte Kills Straight - Treasurer
Medicine Route District Service Center
PO Box 496 – South Allen Road
Kyle, SD 57752
(605) 455-2448, 2304 [M – F normal business hours, Mountain Time]
We need to reach a lot of people, in order to make Christmas special for these children. I realize this is extremely short notice, and I apologize.
Thank you for not forgetting our native children. Merry Christmas and Mitakuye Oyasin (We are all related)
Thank you for your support of these programs.
Jackee
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead, Anthropologist 1901-1978 - Jackee
Hey guys and gals. The following is a copy of my 2008 Kyle Community Action Program Christmas Newsletter. If you can help by sending a few gifts for the program directly to the reservation, that would be wonderful. Kyle is located on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, in South Dakota. Pine Ridge is the #1 most impoverished area in America. Appalachia is #2.
I realize we are all having a tough time with the economy. If you are able, thanks for your help. Jackee
Kyle CAP CHRISTMAS 2008
A warm holiday 'hello!' to those who care! I hope this letter finds you all well and ready to celebrate giving to others. This year's party for the Kyle Community Action Programe (Kyle CAP) will take place during the week of December 17th. Therefore, the gifts should arrive no later than December 12th ensuring that there is enough time for the gifts to be sorted by age and gender, and wrapped by the members of the community. (Note that CAP is an acronym for Community Action Program) Please plan for a week's shipping time to arrive at the reservation
There are hundreds of children looking forward to our gifts every year. The age group includes newborn to 18 years. Previous years, the gifts were a good mix for all ages and when one group was lacking, monetary donations were used to ensure that everyone received a gift.
ALL gifts are to be NEW and in the original, unopened packaging. Please do not wrap the gifts as they will be sorted by gender and age by the community. Gifts that are received wrapped will be unwrapped. However, please send along a sufficient amount of wrapping paper, ties, tags, bows, scotch tape, etc. If you prefer to make a donation by way of a check, please send it directly to Kyle Community Action Program. Gift cards for Wal Mart are a great gift as well. Small denominations are best.
These kids hardly ever get anything new. So PLEASE purchase gifts you would give a member of your own family. Native American kids are no different then your kids. They are bombarded with ads for all kinds of things on TV. Some suggestions are; stuffed animals, toys, games, winter clothing, coloring books & crayons, cosmetics, toiletries, jewelry, CDs, tapes, inexpensive tape players, CD players, watches, candles, basketballs, etc. Since the older kids are the hardest to buy for, gift certificates in small denominations from WalMart are a good idea. If you are sending a monetary gift (Money Orders preferred) make it payable to Kyle C.A.P. Send your new and unwrapped gifts to the following address:
Kyle CAP Christmas Party
c/o Charlotte Kills Straight - Treasurer
Medicine Route District Service Center
PO Box 496 – South Allen Road
Kyle, SD 57752
(605) 455-2448, 2304 [M – F normal business hours, Mountain Time]
We need to reach a lot of people, in order to make Christmas special for these children. I realize this is extremely short notice, and I apologize.
Thank you for not forgetting our native children. Merry Christmas and Mitakuye Oyasin (We are all related)
Thank you for your support of these programs.
Jackee
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead, Anthropologist 1901-1978 - Jackee
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Freiburger's Junkyard
This is a great site with a blog, news, forum, and more. I've seen things here that I haven't seen elsewhere and that's saying something.
This is a great site with a blog, news, forum, and more. I've seen things here that I haven't seen elsewhere and that's saying something.
| VP Racing Named Official Fuel at The Rock WhoWon.com - Lincoln,NE,USA "We are grateful to VP Racing Fuels and to the Bobby Taylor Oil Company for choosing us as their 'flagship' drag racing facility in the Carolinas," said ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| 1320-Feet to Remain the IHRA Standard; Every 2009 Nitro Jam ... WhoWon.com - Lincoln,NE,USA This traditional drag racing format is what works best for IHRA as a sanctioning body, its racers and fans according to IHRA vice president of racing ... See all stories on this topic | ||
NHRA.com - Glendora,CA,USA Cyr began his racing career like so many others, with the family car in the stock classes, and convinced his wife, Irene, that because drag racing was done ... See all stories on this topic |
| ATV Drag Racing By Nick Harris ATV Drag Racing - If it moves man (and woman) has raced it, a fact that remains true as far back as history can remember. ATV drag racing is no different and although the sport is much younger than many other types of racing it is alive ... ATV Style - http://www.atvstyle.com/ |
| Volkswagen Jetta GLI runs 0.000 @ 0.000 MPH in the 1/4 mile A 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLI driven by Simon T was added to the DragTimes.com drag racing database running a 0.000 @ 0.000 MPH. DragTimes.com - Recent 1/4 Mile... - http://www.dragtimes.com/ |
| GT-R vs. Viper and a Lesson in drag racing By Adam First, congrats to Brooks for running a great time without Launch control. 11.6@118 is impressive. Second, this video illustrates why the GT-R is going to loose a roll-on race against most 11 second cars. The GT-R's weight slows down ... Car and Bike in Photo and Video - http://shinkaze.com/ |
| Schatz Named to 2008 AARWBA All-America Auto Racing Team By John OPEN WHEEL: Helio Castroneves, Scott Dixon; STOCK CAR: Carl Edwards, Jimmie Johnson; ROAD RACING: David Brabham/Scott Sharp, Scott Pruett/Memo Rojas; DRAG RACING: Cruz Pedregon, Tony Schumacher; SHORT TRACK: Jerry Coons Jr., ... Tony Stewart Racing - A Fans View - http://tsrfan.com/ |
| IN MEMORY OF ERIC MEDLEN AND SCOTT KALITTA, CAPPS AND SCELZI RACE ... By Gregg 1, 2008) - It didn't take long before Ron Capps was back on a race track following the completion of the 2008 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series, in which he finished eighth in the point standings driving the NAPA AUTO PARTS Dodge Charger ... KGKI Radio - http://kgkiradio.com/ |
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
| Snowmobilers drag-race for a cause DesMoinesRegister.com - Des Moines,IA,USA The 500-foot drag-racing track in Ankeny was wet and muddy after the first few runs, but racers were still hitting speeds in excess of 100 mph. ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| 2008 Auto Racing All-America Team Selected FanZone Sports -- NASCAR - Centerville,IA,USA With a dominating 15-victory season he won his sixth selection as an All-America in the Drag Racing category, every one of them First Team. ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| Garmon's Dodge wins 2008 NADM Unlimited Street Championship Search-Autoparts.com - North Olmsted,OH,USA Pro Street diesel drag racing driver Jeff Garmon won the 2008 NADM Unlimited Street Championship with the National Association of Diesel Motorsports driving ... See all stories on this topic | ||
| RINGERS GLOVES ROUNDUP RacingWest.com - Thousand Oaks,CA,USA Former Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series sportsman champion and bracket-racer extraordinaire Peter Biondo won the Ultimate Gambler race during the Las Vegas ... See all stories on this topic | ||
SKNVibes.com - Basseterre,St. Kitts and Nevis By Ryan Haas CHARLESTOWN, Nevis- Drag racing is fast validating its hype as the most exciting sporting and entertainment activity in the Federation and this ... See all stories on this topic |
| Peg Rhoden joined 1320X - Grassroots Drag Racing - Fast Cars ... Peg Rhoden Peg Rhoden joined 1320X - Grassroots Drag Racing - Fast Cars - Rock 'N Roll. Leave a Comment for Peg Rhoden. Latest Activity on 1320X - Grassroots... - http://www.1320x.com/ |
| SCSN Pro Street Qualifying 2nd Round Drag Racing Video By DragRacingTV Street Car Super Nationals drag racing, this is the second round of qualifying from the SCSN 2008 race. Bob Bunker gets a bit wild in his 1955 Chevy, and the Plymouth Roadrunner muscle car carries the front end up in the air a lot ... Drag Racing Blog - http://www.dragracingtv.com/blog/ |
| Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG runs 12.217 @ 114.450 MPH in the 1/4 mile A 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG driven by MarFas was added to the DragTimes.com drag racing database running a 12.217 @ 114.450 MPH. DragTimes.com - Recent 1/4 Mile... - http://www.dragtimes.com/ |
| NHRA recovers for successful '08 The NHRA's year of change didn't ... By Bill Pratt(Bill Pratt) NHRA recovers for successful '08 The NHRA's year of change didn't begin on script. When a weakening economy led HD Partners to rescind its offer of $121 million for the NHRA's pro racing division, the letdown was immediate. ... Top Fuel Blogster: Daily Drag... - http://draglist.blogspot.com/ |
| What wheels are these? By Soup I'm pretty sure these are exactly what I want for my R. 17", 5-spokes that clear the brakes. Anybody recognize them? Tremek Car Videos - Street Car... - http://www.tremek.com/forum/ |
Monday, December 01, 2008
NHRA recovers for successful ’08
The NHRA’s year of change didn’t begin on script. When a weakening economy led HD Partners to rescind its offer of $121 million for the NHRA’s pro racing division, the letdown was immediate. But the failed deal did little to forecast the year that was ahead. New marketing partnerships and sponsorships, a sparkling new venue and a surge of interest among prospective owners and investors all marked the 2008 season.
The NHRA’s year of change didn’t begin on script. When a weakening economy led HD Partners to rescind its offer of $121 million for the NHRA’s pro racing division, the letdown was immediate. But the failed deal did little to forecast the year that was ahead. New marketing partnerships and sponsorships, a sparkling new venue and a surge of interest among prospective owners and investors all marked the 2008 season.
| NHRA drivers happy with new track at Moroso Palm Beach Post - FL, United States Liberman was a two-time track champion in the Superpro division and won the last major drag racing event at Moroso in March. "The biggest improvement is the ... See all stories on this topic |
| Girl racers throw down a challenge to the boys New Zealand Herald - New Zealand Run by The Streetrodders drag racing club, the event attracted 84 racers of all ages and a record crowd, organisers say. Included were a junior dragsters ... See all stories on this topic |
| `Pinks' gives racers shot at some green The Birmingham News - al.com - Birmingham,AL,USA MONTGOMERY - Mike Osbourn never would have won the Pinks All Out drag-racing competition at Montgomery Motorsports Park if it were a couple of years ago. ... See all stories on this topic |
| New Members to be Welcomed by International Drag Racing Hall of Fame By admin Other companies are also willing to help out and be part of the induction ceremonies of the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame. It has been reported that Mopar Performance Parts, a good source of the best auto parts like the Nissan ... Mothers in America - http://mothersinamerica.brighterplanet.org/ |
| Chevrolet Malibu runs 11.520 @ 112.080 MPH in the 1/4 mile A 1980 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Peter Luba was added to the DragTimes.com drag racing database running a 11.520 @ 112.080 MPH. DragTimes.com - Recent 1/4 Mile... - http://www.dragtimes.com/ |
| Paris Drag Strip: Best of 2008 Photos In May 2008, Draglist ... By Bill Pratt(Bill Pratt) Paris Drag Strip: Best of 2008 Photos In May 2008, Draglist visited Paris Drag Strip for an Outlaw Top Sportsman race. We also shot some of the bracket racing action that night. Here is the best of what Gena White shot that night. Top Fuel Blogster: Daily Drag... - http://draglist.blogspot.com/ |
| ROUSH® Drag Racing Team Puts in Another Solid Showing as NMRA ... By Jack Roush HEBRON, Ohio – Anchored by the solid performance of Susan Roush-McClenaghan, the ROUSH® Drag Racing Team had another strong outing at the NMRA Ford Nationals' sixth stop at fabled National Trail Raceway during the elimination rounds on ... ROUSH Performance Blog - http://roushperformance.typepad.com/blog/ |
| Formula 1 - 1974 Season By respirator67 1974-10 British Grand Prix (Brands Hatch) Highlights (ESPN Classic) Upload is in progress .. Tremek Car Videos - Street Car... - http://www.tremek.com/forum/ |
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